Re-signed as a restricted free agent by the St. Louis Blues to a one-year contract.

6/26/2010

Acquired from the Boston Bruins.

3/27/2010

Missed 1 game (head injury).

3/25/2010

Head injury, day-to-day.

2009

10/21/2009

Recalled from Providence (AHL).

9/30/2009

Assigned to Providence (AHL).

4/14/2009

Assigned to Providence (AHL).

4/09/2009

Recalled from Providence (AHL).

2/28/2009

Assigned to Providence (AHL).

2/27/2009

Recalled from Providence (AHL).

2/24/2009

Assigned to Providence (AHL).

2/12/2009

Recalled from Providence (AHL).

1/22/2009

Assigned to Providence (AHL).

1/14/2009

Recalled from Providence (AHL).

1/09/2009

Assigned to Providence (AHL).

2008

12/09/2008

Recalled from Providence (AHL).

11/04/2008

Assigned to Providence (AHL).

10/14/2008

Recalled from Providence (AHL).

10/08/2008

Assigned to Providence (AHL).

4/24/2008

Assigned to Providence (AHL).

1/11/2008

Recalled from Providence (AHL).

2007

12/30/2007

Assigned to Providence (AHL).

12/12/2007

Missed 3 games (shoulder injury).

12/06/2007

Shoulder injury, day-to-day.

11/23/2007

Recalled from Providence (AHL).

9/23/2007

Assigned to Providence (AHL).

5/31/2007

Signed by the Boston Bruins to a entry-level contract.

Career Transactions

2010

6/26/2010

Boston Bruins traded Vladimir Sobotka to the St. Louis Blues for the rights to David Warsofsky.

2005

7/30/2005

Drafted by the Boston Bruins in the 4th round (106th overall) in 2005.

Player News

Blues retain Vladimir Sobotka's NHL rights | 07/21/2014 10:28 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka has been awarded a one-year, $2.725 million contract from an arbitrator.

Jeremy Rutherford on Twitter

Impact

Sobotka has already committed to playing in the KHL in 2014-15, but his contract with the St. Louis Blues will still take effective should he decide to return to the NHL later in his career. After spending a season with the Blues, he will be eligible to become an unrestricted free agent.

Vladimir Sobotka's arbitration date looms | 07/21/2014 9:57 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka's arbitration hearing with the St. Louis Blues is scheduled for Monday.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

Sobotka has already signed a contract to play with the KHL's Avangard Omsk, so he won't be with St. Louis in 2014-15 regardless of what the ruling is. However, the Blues are going forward with arbitration anyways because they want to retain his NHL rights. If Sobotka decides to return to North America later, then he must honor his arbitrated awarded contract before he can become an unrestricted free agent.

Vladimir Sobotka's agent confirms KHL signing | 07/11/2014 1:57 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka's agent has confirmed that his client signed a contract with the KHL's Avangard Omsk.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

Sobotka's deal comes with a summer out-clause, so he'll be able to void it after the 2014-15 campaign if he chooses to do so. His new deal is believed to be worth over $4 million annually, while the Blues had offered him a two-year, $6 million deal. The Blues will still take Sobotka to arbitration so that they can retain his NHL rights.

Armstrong can't confirm Sobotka left for KHL | 07/10/2014 12:40 PM

News

St. Louis Blues GM Doug Armstrong can't confirm that Vladimir Sobotka has signed a KHL deal, but he wants to stay on good terms with Sobotka regardless of what happens.

Pro Hockey Talk

Impact

Armstrong emphasized that he respects Sobotka's "business decision." At this point, Armstrong plans to go forward with the arbitration hearing already scheduled for July 21 in the hopes that Sobotka will still report to training camp. If he doesn't, then the Blues will toll his contract so that they will control his NHL rights when/if Sobotka does return.

Report: Vladimir Sobotka signs with KHL club | 07/10/2014 11:48 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka has reportedly signed a three-year contract with the KHL's Omsk.

Roman Jedlicka on Twitter

Impact

Sobotka is set to earn $4 million annually and has the flexibility of returning to the NHL after any season. Sobotka was a restricted free agent and the St. Louis Blues filed for arbitration. However, Blues GM Doug Armstrong also said that he offered Sobotka contracts ranging from one to five years, including a three-year deal that would pay him more than $3 million annually.

Vladimir Sobotka has arbitration date set | 07/09/2014 5:03 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka's arbitration hearing date has been set for July 21.

TSN.ca

Impact

Sobotka got one of the earliest arbitration dates available. The team filed for arbitration following the completion of his three-year, $3.9 million deal.

Vladimir Sobotka not among arbitration crowd | 07/05/2014 6:21 PM

News

Restricted free agent Vladimir Sobotka and the St. Louis Blues will continue to negotiate on a new contract.

Jeremy Rutherford on Twitter

Impact

Jeremy Rutherford of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch described talks between the two sides as "cordial" so far. Sobotka chose not to file for arbitration, so there's a chance that something could be worked out shortly. His last deal was a three-year pact worth $3.9 million.

Extension poised to come Sobotka's way | 06/05/2014 5:37 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka sustained a neck injury during the World Hockey Championships while playing for the Czech Republic.

Andy Strickland on Twitter

Impact

He was injured during the quarterfinal round, but was OK to play in the Czech's semifinal loss to Finland. Sobotka is still fine and his camp is working on a contract extension with the St. Louis Blues. A deal could be struck in the next few weeks for the pending restricted free agent.

Vladimir Sobotka OK to play in semifinals | 05/24/2014 3:28 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka was OK to play in the semifinals of the World Hockey Championship on Saturday.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

His status was in doubt after he took a high hit from Team USA's Justin Abdelkader on Thursday in the Czech Republic's quarterfinal match. Sobotka logged 19:41 of the ice time in a 3-0 loss to Finland and he won 14 of 19 faceoffs.

Vladimir Sobotka hurt in WHC quarterfinals | 05/22/2014 6:07 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka was forced to leave Thursday's quarterfinal match against the United States after he was hit hard by Justin Abdelkader.

Dallas Morning News via The Associated Press

Impact

Abdelkader appeared to make contact with Sobotka's head and he wasn't able to return. Czech Republic coach Vladimir Ruzicka didn't provide any details about the injury, but he is hoping that Sobotka will be available to play in semifinal round against Finland.

Vladimir Sobotka will play Thursday night | 04/17/2014 1:47 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka (lower body) will be in the lineup for Game 1 on Thursday night.

Lou Korac on Twitter

Impact

He'll center St. Louis' second line against Chicago with Vladimir Tarasenko and Jaden Schwartz as his wingers. Sobotka sat out two games to end the regular season with a lower-body injury.

Vladimir Sobotka should be available for Gm 1 | 04/14/2014 6:16 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka is slated to be available for Game of the Blues' first-round series versus Chicago.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

He missed the final two games of the regular season with a lower-body injury. We should know more about his status when the Blues get back to practicing.

Vladimir Sobotka out with undisclosed injury | 04/11/2014 1:17 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka has sustained an undisclosed injury.

Jeremy Rutherford on Twitter

Impact

Sobotka is one of several Blues players being held out of Friday's game as they prepare for the playoffs. He has 33 points and 72 penalty minutes in 61 games in 2013-14.

Vladimir Sobotka scores in Sunday's loss | 04/07/2014 1:43 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka collected his ninth goal of the season on Sunday.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

It was his first marker since he scored in his return to the lineup from a knee fracture back on Mar. 13. Sobotka had three assists during his 11-game goalless stretch. He also won the faceoff which led to St. Louis' other goal in Sunday's 4-2 loss to Chicago. Sobotka has 32 points in 59 games this campaign.

Blues' Sobotka has monster game in his return | 03/14/2014 10:40 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka generated a goal and two assists in his return to the lineup on Thursday night.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

"He's a smart player," coach Ken Hitchcock said. "He controlled the middle of the ice. He had good tempo to his game. It's pretty impressive for a guy who has missed six weeks and hasn't had a full practice with the team." He skated with T.J. Oshie and Vladimir Tarasenko in a 6-2 victory over Edmonton. Sobotka also had 12 minutes in penalties and a plus-3 rating in the contest.

Vladimir Sobotka will suit up on Thursday | 03/13/2014 12:50 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka will return to the lineup from a knee fracture on Thursday night.

Jeremy Rutherford on Twitter

Impact

He skated between T.J. Oshie and Vladimir Tarasenko during the morning session. Sobotka said he was cleared to resume playing again on Monday.

Vladimir Sobotka might be back Thursday | 03/12/2014 6:29 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka (knee) participated in Wednesday's optional skate.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

Sobotka might be able to rejoin the Blues' lineup on Thursday. He's been sidelined since Jan. 31. This was shaping up to be arguably his best season after he scored seven goals and 25 points in 46 games.

Vladimir Sobotka may resume skating this week | 03/03/2014 2:27 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka (knee) is feeling much better and he might be cleared to resume skating with his teammates as early as Monday.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

"It feels great," Sobotka said. "I just want to know how it's going to feel when I try to skate. (Morrow) had the same kind of injury and he said I''l be surprised on the ice that I'm not going to feel it. It's more painful walking than skating, he said, so we'll see." Coach Ken Hitchcock thinks Sobotka could miss four or five more games even if he starts skating again this week.

Vladimir Sobotka won't be ready for Wednesday | 02/25/2014 1:27 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka (knee) isn't close to returning.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

"Sobi, I think, is starting to get active again," said Blues associate head coach Brad Shaw, referring to Sobotka. "I believe he is going to try skating at some point this week, but that would be fairly light." Sobotka has been out since Jan. 31. He has seven goals and 25 points in 46 games in 2013-14.

Sobotka (knee) expects to skate next week | 02/21/2014 9:42 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka (knee) didn't skate Thursday when the Blues returned to practice.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

He suffered a broken knee on Jan. 31, which cost him his chance to play in the Winter Olympics with the Czech Republic. Sobotka is hopeful that he'll be back on the ice early next week because his knee cap is not displaced.

Blues' Sobotka (leg) to miss out on Olympics | 02/01/2014 5:36 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka has a left leg injury that will sideline him for the Sochi Olympics.

Blues.nhl.com

Impact

He has been placed on injured reserve and will be re-evaluated in four weeks, so he won't be able to represent the Czech Republic at the Winter Games. Sobotka has seven goals and 25 points in 46 games this season.

Vladimir Sobotka out Saturday, is day-to-day | 02/01/2014 2:54 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka won't play Saturday after he was injured Friday night.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

He appeared to hurt his knee when he crashed into the boards awkwardly following an inadvertent trip by Hurricanes defender Justin Faulk. "We'll evaluate him (Sunday) and have a further update," coach Ken Hitchcock said. "So he won't play tonight ... and then we'll let everybody know where he's at (Sunday) after we get a further evaluation." He is considered day-to-day for now.

Vladimir Sobotka (flu) good to play Thursday | 01/15/2014 1:48 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka (flu) will be healthy enough to play Thursday.

Andy Strickland on Twitter

Impact

Sobotka missed Tuesday's contest due to the illness. He has 24 points, a plus-14 rating, and 42 penalty minutes in 38 games this season.

Vladimir Sobotka (flu) might not play Tuesday | 01/14/2014 12:33 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka is dealing with the flu.

Andy Strickland on Twitter

Impact

Sobotka's availability for Tuesday's game is up in the air as a result. His four-game point streak came to an end on Friday.

Vladimir Sobotka registers 2 points v. Flames | 01/10/2014 10:22 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka produced a goal and an assist in the Blues' 5-0 blanking of Calgary on Thursday.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

The Czech Republic Olympian extended his current point streak to four games with his third straight multi-point outing. Sobotka is on pace to shatter his previous career highs in goals, assists and points.

Sobotka will take part in first Olympics | 01/07/2014 11:22 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka was named to the Czech Republic's Olympic roster on Monday.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

"I'm excited," he said late Monday afternoon. "I wasn't sure if I would be on the team or not. I really don't know what to say except that I'm thrilled to play for my country and I'm really looking forward to it." It will be his first Olympics.

Vladimir Sobotka grabs two assists in return | 12/29/2013 9:49 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka generated two assists for the St. Louis Blues in his return to action on Sunday.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

The Blues ended up beating the Dallas Stars 3-2 in OT. Sobotka, 26, has 17 points in 32 games played this season. He's one of those almost-but-not quite fantasy players, as his 40 PIM are decent but not game-changing, as well.

Vladimir Sobotka suits up for St. Louis | 12/29/2013 6:08 PM

News

Like Derek Roy, Vladimir Sobotka will play for the St. Louis Blues against the Dallas Stars on Sunday.

Lou Korac on Twitter

Impact

He sat out Saturday's contest with an undisclosed issue, possibly an illness like Roy. It was a last-minute update, so he might not be quite 100 percent tonight.

Vladimir Sobotka (undisclosed) out Saturday | 12/29/2013 1:37 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka (undisclosed) did not play in Saturday's game.

Lou Korac on Twitter

Impact

The forward was expected to return against the Blackhawks, but NHL.com's Lou Korac reports he "tweaked something" at the end of the morning skate, so he sat for the fifth straight game. Sobotka is traveling to Dallas for Sunday's game, but it's unclear if he will play.

Sobotka will return to action Saturday | 12/28/2013 2:57 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka will return to action Saturday night against Chicago.

Jeremy Rutherford Twitter

Impact

He has missed the Blues' last four games due to an upper-body injury. Sobotka's return couldn't have come at a better time as the team learned Saturday that leading scorer Alex Steen will be out indefinitely due to a concussion.

Vladimir Sobotka's UBI is at about 50 percent | 12/20/2013 11:16 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka sat for a third straight game on Thursday because of an upper-body injury.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

"He's probably 50 percent of where he needs to be," coach Ken Hitchcock said. Sobotka was able to participate in Thursday's morning skate. Consider him day-to-day.

Vladimir Sobotka (UBI) questionable for Mon. | 12/16/2013 11:47 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka is listed as questionable for Monday night's game against Ottawa because of an upper-body injury.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

He left Saturday's match versus Columbus after playing just 16 shifts and 9:25 of ice time. Sobotka also took a high hit from Toronto's David Clarkson two days prior to that, but it's unclear if that played a factor into this ailment.

It was his fifth goal of the season and second in as many matches. "I'm trying to kind of change my game a little bit, go more in front of the net," Sobotka said. The versatile forward has 11 points in 23 games this campaign.

Vladimir Sobotka collects Blues' lone tally | 11/17/2013 8:54 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka was the only St. Louis Blues player who could get a puck by Braden Holtby on Sunday in a 4-1 loss.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

Sobotka now has three goals and nine points in 19 games played this season. He has 27 PIM and 45 SOG, too. While his numbers aren't quite impressive enough to be on most radars, he could climb the versatile rankings over time.

Sobotka in line for promotion | 10/26/2013 2:14 PM

News

Blues' coach Ken Hitchcock singled out Vladimir Sobotka as his team's best player Friday night.

Jeremy Rutherford Twitter

Impact

In fact, Hitch was so impressed, he is moving Sobotka up to center the second line and demoting Derek Roy to the third for Saturday's game against Nashville. Keep an eye on this situation. If Sobotka continues to play this well, he could see a fantasy value boost.

That gives Sobotka three points in two games. His hot start aside, Sobotka isn't likely to get much more than 30 points in 2013-14.

Coach Hitchcock appreciates Vladimir Sobotka | 10/04/2013 12:41 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka proved what a versatile player he is by scoring from the fourth line in the Blues' 4-2 win over Nashville on Thursday.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

If Brenden Morrow was unable to play in St. Louis' season opener then Sobotka would've played on the second line with Derek Roy and Chris Stewart. With Morrow in the lineup, he lined up alongside Maxim Lapierre and Ryan Reaves instead. "To me, I don't know how to describe it other than he's such an important player ... he's just an important player," coach Ken Hitchcock said of Sobotka. He is great on faceoffs and he can play anywhere in the lineup, but his role as a fourth-liner shouldn't land him on many fantasy rosters.

Sobotka might get top-six role Thursday | 10/02/2013 4:40 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka might end up playing on the Blues' second line on Thursday.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

Brenden Morrow is questionable for the contest due to visa issues. Sobotka is currently penciled in to serve on the fourth line, but he'll be bumped up if Morrow is unavailable.

Vladimir Sobotka is fine to play Thursday | 10/02/2013 10:02 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka will be ready for the Blues' regular-season opener on Thursday.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

"Tough camp for me, obviously, had a couple of injuries," said Sobotka, who had a stiff neck and headaches from two separate incidents. "But I'm good now, feel great, ready for the first game." He's a player who is more valuable to his team than he is to fantasy hockey.

Vladimir Sobotka (neck) skips practice Thurs. | 09/27/2013 9:47 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka didn't practice Thursday because of a stiff neck.

St. Louis-Post Dispatch

Impact

The injury doesn't appear to be serious, but the team is going to see how he feels on Friday. Consider him day-to-day for now.

Vladimir Sobotka skates, will play Saturday | 09/19/2013 4:18 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka was able to skate Thursday after leaving Wednesday's contest with an upper-body injury.

St. Louis-Post Dispatch

Impact

"He feels good," coach Ken Hitchcock said. "We'll play him on Saturday. We didn't schedule him in for tomorrow. He wanted to play tomorrow but we'll hold him out and play him on Saturday. We're fine." Sobotka was on the receiving end of an illegal check to the head from Tampa Bay prospect Adam Erne in Wednesday's contest.

Vladimir Sobotka will have UBI re-evaluated | 09/19/2013 12:02 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka received a shot to the head on a check from Tampa Bay prospect Adam Erne in Wednesday's preseason match.

St. Louis-Post Dispatch

Impact

Erne was assessed a two-minute penalty for an illegal check to the head on the play and Sobotka left the game with an "upper-body injury." He will be re-evaluated on Thursday.

Vladimir Sobotka departs with injury | 09/18/2013 8:23 PM

News

Blues forward Vladimir Sobotka left Wednesday's preseason game with an upper-body injury.

Jeremy Rutherford on Twitter

Impact

The team didn't offer any updates on his condition other than to confirm he would not return to the game. Stay tuned for more details in the near future.

Vladimir Sobotka has solid Sunday for STL | 04/14/2013 3:49 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka had the closest thing to a standout Sunday for St. Louis as the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Blues 2-0.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

Sobotka had four SOG, two PIM and went 9-3 on faceoffs for a useful fantasy night despite the defeat.

Vladimir Sobotka gets an assist Tuesday | 04/10/2013 11:08 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka registered an assist in St. Louis' 1-0 victory against Nashville.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

Sobotka has eight goals and 17 points in 38 games this season. He's had a few hot patches this season, but otherwise hasn't been particularly helpful in standard leagues.

Vladimir Sobotka filling every role for Blues | 03/19/2013 11:00 AM

News

Vladimir Sobotka has been filling out whatever role the Blues need him for.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

If the Blues need someone to take on a top-six role then Sobotka can deliver, just like he can deliver if the Blues need a bottom six forward. "He slows the game down with how fast he can cut back and how strong he is on the puck," teammate T.J. Oshie said. "You look at the way (David Perron) can kind of make the defense shrink, Sobie does the same thing. Guys just don't really notice, because he doesn't have the numbers every year like some guys do. But he's a huge asset to our team. He's probably one of our hardest hitters and he's one of our hardest workers. He's a very underrated and overlooked player." Sobotka has seven goals and 14 points in 29 games this season with a minus-four rating and 19 penalty minutes. He can be taken in very deep drafts.

Sobotka proving his offensive worth | 03/10/2013 8:44 AM

News

With a hat trick Saturday, Vladimir Sobotka proved he has the ability to contribute more offensively if the Blues with to use him in that capacity.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

After he recorded the Blues' first hat trick since Jay McClement did the deed in 2010, Ken Hitchcock praised the forward for his offensive talent. "He plays a different role when he plays in Europe," Hitchcock said. "He doesn't play the checking role that he does in the National Hockey League. He quarterbacks the power play, he plays on the top line . he knows how to play. Because of the situation we're in, he's learned to play with more patience now and maybe it's made him a better player. But he's a gifted offensive player."

Blues' Sobotka nets 3 goals in 4-3 OT victory | 03/09/2013 7:00 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka netted three goals Saturday for his first career NHL hat trick in St. Louis' 4-3 overtime win over San Jose.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

Sobotka had also never posted a two-goal game prior to Saturday's performance. He has been hot of late with six markers and one assist in his last five contests. Kevin Shattenkirk collected two assists in the match, while Patrik Berglund scored his 12th tally in overtime to give St. Louis the win.

Flight problems no excuse: Vladimir Sobotka | 02/20/2013 12:25 PM

News

Because of mechanical problems with their airplane, and a marathon trip home from Vancouver, the Blues did not arrive in St. Louis until rush-hour Tuesday morning, while the "visiting" San Jose Sharks already were hunkered down, well-rested, feeling at home.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

The Sharks ended up winning 2-1 Tuesday night but Blues forward Vladimir Sobotka said the long trip home was no excuse. "It was a tough game for us, but we didn't play hard enough," Sobotka said. "We didn't play as a team again at home, at least not for 60 minutes, and that's what is hurting us." As for the tiring travelogue: "That's no excuse," Sobotka added. "I don't see why we would use that. We (played) hard at times, we had more scoring chances. But we didn't get the goal, they did." The Blues are winless at home in five games. The Sharks ended their seven-game swoon with the win in St. Louis.

Sobotka moves up in the depth charts | 01/31/2013 12:00 PM

News

Vladimir Sobotka will get a chance to play alongside Patrik Berglund and Chris Stewart on Thursday.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Impact

Sobotka has been serving primarily as a fourth liner. He has a goal and three points in six games this season.